Playboi Carti’s anticipated 'MUSIC' leaves fans feening for more
Playboi Carti teases his fans with both new styles and an album drop. Carti’s has released a mix of upbeat and dark songs on YouTube. Read more »
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Colleges should re-evaluate academic standards to prevent student burnout
Among various motivations, we attend college to better understand the world and draw inspiration from the abundance of new ideas that surround us throughout these four years. But if mental exhaustion prevents us from seizing these opportunities, what is our purpose here? Read more »
Claudine Gay’s resignation is a warning to every campus
Gay’s resignation marks a critical juncture in the intersection of politics, media and education that impacts all university campuses, far from just Harvard itself. Read more »
Cluttered Closet is everyone’s favorite spot for ‘clutterhangs’
Westcott Consignment store Cluttered Closet holds a variety of collectibles for shoppers to explore. Bree Hess, the store’s owner, shares the evolution of her personal paradise. Read more »
The 'Mean Girls' reboot misses its musical mark
The new “Mean Girls” movie musical adaptation falls short because of the lack of musical talent. The casting directors casted too many people without experience, our Screentime Columnist writes. Read more »
‘Sound Beat' radio show revives forgotten art
Sound Beat podcast episode “Begin the Beguine” explores the musical talents of jazz pianist Art Tatum. Sound Beat is a daily show out of SU that features stories found in the Belfer Audio Laboratory and Archive. Read more »
The New York State Pinball Championship 'isn't just any tournament'
Pinball players gathered for a weekend of gaming at the International Flipper Pinball Association’s New York State Championship hosted by Skill Shot Arcade. Players battled for the number one spot. Read more »
Minority politicians fail to advocate for groups they claim to represent
However remarkable their accomplishments are, their politics beg the question of who we want to see in our governments: those who represent us or those who listen to us, and how often it is that those qualities intertwine. Read more »
Sophia Chai's 'Character Space' reinterprets the Korean alphabet
Sophia Chai immigrated to New York City from Korea at age 14, not knowing any English. Her exhibit, “Character Space” focuses on using art to honor her mother tongue. Read more »
'IfYoureReadingThis' creates a student-led space on campus for mental health
SU sophomore Kendall Palazzi’s mental health organization IfYoureReadingThis offers students and faculty a platform to connect through shared experiences. Read more »
Warm up your winter with these five events
From the spring involvement fair to a game night at Dave & Buster’s, enjoy some upcoming local activities. Look forward to snowshoeing with friends on Beaver Lake Nature Center’s trails. Read more »
MLK Art Gallery celebrates Black artists, identity
Based on the theme “The Reach of the Dream,” SU’s annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will include an MLK Art Gallery. The Black artists included have a range of specialties, from children’s book art to quilts. Read more »
Cozy meets creative with Andrea Buckvold’s ‘Color Stories’ exhibit
With her work now on display at the Petit Branch Library, Syracuse local Andrea Buckvold creates unique quilt designs with an array of colors and patterns. The work allows her to unwind after a long day working as a teacher. Read more »
Comedy can be a means to poke fun, but shouldn't excuse blatant misogyny
Instead of telling women to endure demeaning humor, stop making misogynistic jokes and laughing along with comedians who do. Read more »
Valerie Goldstein of ‘Skills Win!’ takes problem solving into local schools
Syracuse University Skills Win! program gives SU students professional experience while supporting the local community. Students volunteer at local schools, teaching skills like typing. Read more »
Leslie Lisk uses every inch of Syracuse's skinniest building
Only eleven feet wide on the inside, this Syracuse building is where the baking magic happens for Francesca’s Cucina. Leslie Lisk has been the chef for Francesca’s Cucina for the past eight years. Read more »
Black Artist Collective helps showcase the intersections between activism and the arts
By actively participating in and supporting these artistic initiatives, students can enrich their academic journey with a deeper understanding of societal issues, diverse cultures and varied perspectives. Read more »
Get your groove on this weekend with these four concerts
From punk to alternative to blues shows, dive into the Syracuse concert scene with these four shows. Crystal Ship, a Doors cover band, is performing at Middle Ages Brewery on Saturday. Read more »
We should advocate for internet safety laws after experiencing the tolls firsthand
As young adults, we are some of the first people experiencing the long-term negative effects that social media can have. We should be worried that current youth will experience the same fate if internet safety regulations don’t change. Read more »
After a delay, the 75th annual Emmy Awards were worth the wait
For our humor columnist, the Emmys this year were a success. “The Bear,” “Succession” and “Beef” rightfully won big at the Emmy Awards this year. Read more »
Hochul announces FY25 budget, largest in state history
Gov. Kathy Hochul's FY-25 budget focused on lowering crime and addressing New Yorkers' health while protecting the state's fiscal health. Read more »
Kid Cudi’s ‘INSANO’ is a step down from his usual standard
Kid Cudi’s newest album “INSANO” transitions from his regular music style, fusing elements of today’s popular hip-hop music Read more »
A year in review: Notable climate moments of 2023 and where to go from here
Fortunately, climate action is in the works, and good news is out there. Not only was 2023 a historic year for heat and climate disasters, but it was also a historic year for progress. Read more »
Isabella Thier wants to be more than 'jaw surgery girl'
“Jaw surgery girl,” or sophomore Isabella Thier, blew up by not being the beauty standard. They now have over 1 million followers. Read more »
